I know that Gin is a fermented drink from grain, and more potent than common beer.
Parliament, much like our government, tried to limit or outlaw the sales of gin, and spirits.
I know that TV has been a large time consumer in our modern society,
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"Proof positive of it's corrosive effects on social norm," how are "mixed-sex gin halls" proof of it's negative effect on society?
Why did so many of these activities fade away?
What is next for our time consumption, are we headed back to activities? Or will the internet continue to consume us?
Do people work less with less effort because of these major time blocks? As in, less to strive for?
Will a point of no "Privacy" come from the internet?
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In London during the Gin Craze of the 1700's they used gin soaked rages for people who needed their fix but couldn't afford a full glass or bottle.
They had secret hidden vendors for people to get their gin even when it was outlawed.
The modern city did not come around so much from industrialization but, more from the need for people to do something with their time.
We spend on average 20 hours a week watching TV.
We as people went from being lazy, watching TV, to lazy and social using the internet.
The internet has not only been a social outlet but also a means to get out to people. It's been a way to let them know what's happening in parts of the world that would otherwise go unnoticed.
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